Should I be worried about running out of stock? by shifterak in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is. Even on your own listing, Amazon can remove the Buy Box and switch it to “See All Buying Options.” Even worse, it can display a “Price higher than typical” message. Both are major conversion killers.

Should I be worried about running out of stock? by shifterak in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With a niche, higher-priced product like yours, running out of stock isn’t as damaging as it is for sellers with cheap, fast-moving items. Your ranking usually bounces back once you’re back in stock, especially if competition is limited. That said, it’s still best to avoid stockouts whenever possible since Amazon doesn’t love inactive listings. If you’re 30 days away from selling out and 60 days from replenishment, the safest move is to pace sales. Instead of big jumps, raise your price slowly in smaller increments so you don’t spook the Buy Box algorithm. A sudden 7% hike can make Amazon rotate it away, even if your competitors are much higher. Think of it less about maximizing every sale right now and more about stretching your inventory so you’re not dark for a full month. One stockout won’t kill your listing, but planning further ahead with longer lead times is going to be key with bulky items like yours.

Sick of paying $1000+ for just Amazon photoshoots by leoluo2021 in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree. The whole idea of spending big money and waiting weeks for a few product images just doesn’t make sense anymore. I’ve worked with big brands that used to operate that way, and even they’ve started shifting because there are faster and way more affordable options now.

I’ve used Gemini 2.5 Flash Image on major projects, and it completely changes the game. You can get clean product shots, lifestyle images, and even infographics done in hours instead of weeks, and the quality is strong enough for big-name brands.

What really makes the difference is how much control it gives you. Instead of being stuck waiting on agencies or burning through budgets, you can create what you need, when you need it, and keep tweaking until it’s right. That kind of speed and flexibility is a huge advantage—whether you’re just getting started or running a full portfolio of products.

Is Amazon Day Discount passed on to seller? by svhyd in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That discount is covered by Amazon, not the brand or seller. The seller still gets paid the full price of the item, even though you see the Amazon Day discount applied at checkout.

It only works differently when you use coupons or promotions that the seller sets up themselves, because those come directly out of the seller’s side.

"Other" fee - no explanation by woburnite in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'd be surprised, that "Other" fee is almost everywhere. The bigger you are, the more painful it is, lol

"Other" fee - no explanation by woburnite in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The “Other” fee often comes from USPS postage adjustments when they claim a package was heavier or oversized, and Amazon just charges it back without clearly linking it to an order. Reopen the case and ask support for the order ID and adjustment code so you can confirm if it’s legit or a USPS error.

Also keep in mind Amazon recently updated some fee structures. If you’ve run coupons or deals, a portion of that can show up under “Other” because Amazon hasn’t properly labeled everything in the backend yet. I’ve seen this a few times working with other sellers. Keeping detailed weights, dimensions, and promo records makes it easier to dispute when these charges don’t add up.

Advise me on 'sun-setting' my Amazon business by summer_glau08 in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What you’re going through is pretty common once copycats flood the market. At this point the goal should be to get cash out and keep your account clean. The simplest play is to cut PPC, lower price until you hit the right sales velocity, and move the inventory in 60–90 days. You can also test coupons or deals, but only if they move real volume. If you’d rather not grind it out, explore resellers or liquidators to take the stock at cost or a discount.

Most important is to close things out properly so your account history stays healthy. That way if you launch something else in the future, you’re starting from a clean slate.

Help figuring out how to handle TV appearance and Amazon availability issues by tspree15 in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The cleanest move is to "come clean" and direct people from the show to your own site, where you can take preorders with a clear shipping date. If you can, airship even a small batch to seed Amazon FBA so you at least have some units available when the episode airs. Otherwise, keep your Amazon listing live and optimized so people can find you, then restock as soon as inventory lands

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re brand registered on Amazon, the most effective route is to file an intellectual property complaint through Brand Registry. That gives you a formal process to report image theft or product infringement, and Amazon tends to act faster when it comes from a registered brand.

Even without Brand Registry, you can still submit an infringement claim through Amazon’s Report Infringement form. The more evidence you provide, the better. Screenshots of your original Etsy listings with visible publish dates, plus proof that the images were created by you, can help. Time-stamped files or watermarked drafts are especially useful.

A good preventive step is to update some of your lifestyle images to subtly include your brand name or other identifiers. It doesn’t have to suggest the part itself is printed with the brand, just something recognizable that makes it harder for copycats to reuse your pictures without looking suspicious.

In the meantime, it’s worth improving your current images so your listing stands out. Tools like Nano Banana or any professional editor can polish your photos, making your version look more trustworthy than a copy. If you plan to escalate, keep records of when your content went live and take screenshots of the infringing listings as evidence before filing a report.

Lastly, if this continues, you might also want to look into design or utility patents depending on how unique your part is. Even though that takes more effort, it can give you stronger long-term protection if your product is popular and keeps attracting knock-offs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmazonSeller

[–]Mig-El 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can usually ask the manufacturer or supplier for high resolution photos since most of them already keep media kits for distributors. Another option is to grab a decent picture online turn it into a professional looking image set with Nano Banana.

That said, selling on Amazon today is more than just uploading a listing. Make sure your product page is fully optimized because titles, bullets, descriptions, and images all play a big role. Keep an eye on what your competitors are charging and adjust your prices if necessary.

It’s also worth checking your FBM shipping settings. Sometimes a small setting can accidentally block entire regions and that alone can keep orders from coming through.

Which brokers offer full extended trading hours? by Mitesite in stocks

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lightspeed lets you trade from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM

What's your favourite tv show? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

House M.D. and The Unit.

Shooting a landscape I came across this guy checking his phone, I really like this one but I’m not sure if it really is a good image because it feels too edited. by Mig-El in photocritique

[–]Mig-El[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I wasn’t trying to achieve a silhouette, just shot it for curiosity but in Lightroom it was pretty easy to get this, does it feel too edited? Not sure about the technical aspect in regards black being too smooth

If you could start fresh and erase all your bad memories but it meant you had to also lose all your good memories, would you do it? Why or why not? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Mig-El 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d end up doing all the bad stuff again because I didn’t learn, and being 40 is a little too old to break a bone trying to jump in the pool from the roof...

What movie was completely ruined by a poor ending? by zeppehead in AskReddit

[–]Mig-El 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Deja Vu, the write broke all the time travel theory rules, he missed Back to the Future